Top Benefits
About the role
Overview
Languages
English
Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
3 years to less than 5 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Responsibilities
Tasks
Troubleshoot and make minor adjustments to equipment Weigh resins, colorants and other chemicals according to formulae Monitor and inspect quality of material produced Place weighed materials in mixing machines Unload mixture into container or conveyor for further processing Set up and operate calender machines to transform plastic bales or slabs into continuous sheets or films of specified thickness Set up and operate extruding machines to extrude plastic compound through a nozzle or die Change dies on extruding machines according to production line change Prepare and change moulds and adjust equipment for production line change
Additional information
Transportation/travel information
Travel expenses paid by employer
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail Manual dexterity Handling heavy loads Hand-eye co-ordination Fast-paced environment Combination of sitting, standing, walking Physically demanding Standing for extended periods Work under pressure Tight deadlines
Weight handling
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Personal suitability
Accurate Excellent oral communication Organized Team player Initiative Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent written communication Judgement Ability to multitask
Benefits
Health benefits
Dental plan Disability benefits Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
Life insurance
Other Benefits
Other benefits
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About Polykar
Polykar, a family business founded in 1987, in Saint-Laurent, Quebec, began as a manufacturer of industrial garbage bags. Today, with 100+ employees, the company has become one of the leading manufacturers of polyethylene film, compostable bags and bulk food packaging in Canada. It has also developed expertise in plastics recycling. Working alongside global partners, Polykar is proud to be at the helm of environmental and technical innovation, and since 2003 has carried both ISO 9001 and 14001 certifications. Polykar's manufacturing facility and offices also carry silver certification under the internationally-recognised Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program.
Polykar, entreprise familiale fondée en 1987 à Saint-Laurent au Québec, a débutée en tant que manufacturier de sacs à déchets industriels. Comptant plus de 100+ employés, Polykar est un acteur important dans la fabrication de film de polyéthylène, de sacs compostables ainsi que dans le secteur de l'emballage alimentaire au Canada. L'entreprise a développée une expertise dans le recyclage des plastiques. En partenariat avec des entreprises internationales, Polykar est fier d'être un leader canadien en matière d'innovations environnementales et technologiques. Depuis 2003, l'entreprise possède les certifications ISO 9001 et 14001. Son siège social est également certifié LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) argent, une certification environnementale internationalement reconnue.
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Top Benefits
About the role
Overview
Languages
English
Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
3 years to less than 5 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Responsibilities
Tasks
Troubleshoot and make minor adjustments to equipment Weigh resins, colorants and other chemicals according to formulae Monitor and inspect quality of material produced Place weighed materials in mixing machines Unload mixture into container or conveyor for further processing Set up and operate calender machines to transform plastic bales or slabs into continuous sheets or films of specified thickness Set up and operate extruding machines to extrude plastic compound through a nozzle or die Change dies on extruding machines according to production line change Prepare and change moulds and adjust equipment for production line change
Additional information
Transportation/travel information
Travel expenses paid by employer
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail Manual dexterity Handling heavy loads Hand-eye co-ordination Fast-paced environment Combination of sitting, standing, walking Physically demanding Standing for extended periods Work under pressure Tight deadlines
Weight handling
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Personal suitability
Accurate Excellent oral communication Organized Team player Initiative Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent written communication Judgement Ability to multitask
Benefits
Health benefits
Dental plan Disability benefits Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
Life insurance
Other Benefits
Other benefits
Not the right fit? Search for plastic jobs in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
About Polykar
Polykar, a family business founded in 1987, in Saint-Laurent, Quebec, began as a manufacturer of industrial garbage bags. Today, with 100+ employees, the company has become one of the leading manufacturers of polyethylene film, compostable bags and bulk food packaging in Canada. It has also developed expertise in plastics recycling. Working alongside global partners, Polykar is proud to be at the helm of environmental and technical innovation, and since 2003 has carried both ISO 9001 and 14001 certifications. Polykar's manufacturing facility and offices also carry silver certification under the internationally-recognised Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program.
Polykar, entreprise familiale fondée en 1987 à Saint-Laurent au Québec, a débutée en tant que manufacturier de sacs à déchets industriels. Comptant plus de 100+ employés, Polykar est un acteur important dans la fabrication de film de polyéthylène, de sacs compostables ainsi que dans le secteur de l'emballage alimentaire au Canada. L'entreprise a développée une expertise dans le recyclage des plastiques. En partenariat avec des entreprises internationales, Polykar est fier d'être un leader canadien en matière d'innovations environnementales et technologiques. Depuis 2003, l'entreprise possède les certifications ISO 9001 et 14001. Son siège social est également certifié LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) argent, une certification environnementale internationalement reconnue.